US EditionTrump deploys National Guard to Memphis, calling it a ‘replica’ of his crackdown on Washington
- On Monday, President Donald Trump authorized the deployment of the National Guard to Memphis as part of an expanded initiative to address crime in the city.
- The deployment responds to Memphis's longstanding gun violence and a 2023 record of over 390 homicides despite recent police reports showing crime decreases in 2025.
- Trump said the effort will replicate his prior crackdown in Washington and include officials from the FBI, DEA, ICE, and U.S. Marshals joining a special task force.
- Trump declared, "We're sending in the big force now" and added, "We want to save these places," while Tennessee Governor Bill Lee endorsed the troop deployment.
- The order marks a test of presidential power amid local pushback, and Trump indicated Chicago would likely be next for similar federal actions.
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'Don’t fool yourself': Ex-Memphis commissioner unveils 'tacit' motivation behind Trump’s TN troops
President Donald Trump recently confirmed that he changed his mind on sending troops to Chicago and is instead sending them to Memphis. And former Memphis Board of Commissioner Mike Carpenter Tells USA Today that it’s all a show.Carpenter said the maneuver lets Trump “tacitly” support the gubernatorial campaign of U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn without officially endorsing her over another Trump loyalist, U.S. Rep. John Rose.Trump was already having…
Trump is deploying the National Guard to Memphis. Experts worry it’s becoming normal
The president signed an order earlier this week to send Tennessee state National Guard troops, along with officials from various federal departments and agencies, into Memphis, in an effort to fight crime. It's one of several U.S. cities Trump has singled out for such a move, testing the limits of presidential power and military force.
Trump is deploying the National Guard to Memphis. Experts worry it's becoming normal
The president signed an order earlier this week to send Tennessee state National Guard troops, along with officials from various federal departments and agencies, into Memphis, in an effort to fight crime. It's one of several U.S. cities Trump has singled out for such a move, testing the limits of presidential power and military force.(Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)
Gov. Lee, President Trump Meet In Oval Office To Discuss Strategic Mission To Address Crime In Memphis
Presidential Memorandum establishes Memphis Safe Task Force. Image Credit: @GovBillLee / X Press Release – NASHVILLE, Tenn. – On September 15, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee joined President Donald J. Trump inside the Oval Office for the signing of a Presidential Memorandum to establish the Memphis Safe Task Force, and to request that President Trump grant activation of the Tennessee National Guard under Title 32 orders. This public meeting is the …
DPS says they are prepared to assist National Guard in Memphis
DPS says they are prepared to assist National Guard in Memphis JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – The Mississippi Department of Public Safety has announced that they are prepared to assist the National Guard in Memphis. On Monday, President Trump signed an order sending the National Guard to Memphis. Bailey Martin, DPS spokeswoman, stated Tuesday that DPS is ready to assist the National Guard. She stated, “With Memphis’ close proximity to Mississippi and D…
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